Replacement of Container X-ray Capability (CXC) at sea cargo Container Examination Facilities.
Tender Overview
About this tender
The Department of Home Affairs is seeking to replace Container X-ray Capability (CXC) at sea cargo Container Examination Facilities. This tender covers passenger and baggage screening equipment and security services across multiple locations throughout Australia, including facilities in Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
Frequently asked questions
- Container X-ray Capability (CXC) at sea cargo Container Examination Facilities is being replaced.
- The Department of Home Affairs is the managing agency for this tender.
- The tender reference number is HOMEAFFAIRS/2198/APP.
- This tender falls under Security & Parking & Traffic Services & Equipment and Passenger & Baggage Screening Equipment categories.
- The tender covers facilities across all Australian states and territories, including Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania, across multiple regional areas.
- Sea cargo Container Examination Facilities that require updated x-ray screening capabilities are involved in this tender.
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